Title: The military front against Rwandan aggression: the last option according to President Tshisekedi
Introduction :
In a recent special broadcast on national television, the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, declared that the military front against the aggression of Rwanda and its M23 proxies would be the last option, favoring diplomacy to resolve the conflict. This statement comes as many questions and concerns of the Congolese on the situation in eastern DRC are being raised. In this article, we will examine the position of Tshisekedi and the efforts made to pacify the region.
The choice of diplomacy above all:
Felix Tshisekedi stressed that he believed in diplomacy as a means of resolving conflicts. He explained that steps were being taken to maintain diplomatic pressure on Rwanda and the Kagame regime. According to him, this approach works, which makes it possible to preserve diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The preparation of the army:
However, President Tshisekedi also claimed to have prepared the Congolese army in case diplomacy failed. He stressed that if Rwanda and the M23 did not cooperate, measures would be taken to defend the country. Nevertheless, he insisted that this option will remain the last and that diplomatic efforts must continue in parallel.
The issue of armed groups:
The presence of armed groups, notably the M23, in eastern DRC is a major concern. President Tshisekedi assured that the issue would be resolved in the short term. He also encouraged the Congolese government to maintain its efforts to strengthen the defense and security forces, in order to deter any belligerent attempt on Congolese territory.
Conclusion :
President Félix Tshisekedi highlights diplomacy as the first choice to resolve tensions with Rwanda and the armed group M23. However, he claims to have prepared the Congolese army in case diplomacy fails. The situation in eastern DRC remains complex, but it is encouraging to see efforts to bring peace to the region. The role of diplomacy and the army remains crucial to guarantee security and stability in this part of the country